Original German WWII NCO Dove's Head Sword by Carl Eickhorn with Scabbard - 1935-41 Trademark ZULU War not uncommon due to exposure

not uncommon due to exposure to long term moisture from condensation on the barrel

however they do show quite a bit of "mushrooming" of the tips due to hammer strikes

This paint is 75% intact with some scrapes and small chips

Approximate Measurements:Collar to shoulder: 9”Shoulder to sleeve: 25”Shoulder to shoulder: 17”Chest width: 19”Waist width: 19”Hip width: 23”Front length: 28"

it saw combat for the first time in France on the Western Front

Original German WWII NCO Dove's Head Sword by Carl Eickhorn with Scabbard - 1935-41 Trademark ZULU War not uncommon due to exposureOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the plain nickel Dove Head sword worn by Army NCO's, made by the famous Solingen based firm of Carl Eickhorn. This sword design is a simplified version of the Officer's dove's head sword, without the decorative designs and engraving usually seen on the hilt. It has the standard "P" guard used on German dress swords, with a simple cross guard and plain rain guards (chappes), one of which